Kerry

Bounded by counties Limerick and Cork, County Kerry lies in the south west corner of Ireland with Dunmore Head on the tip of the Dingle Peninsula acknowledged as the most westerly point in the country. Macgillycuddy’s Reeks and the Atlantic coastline around the Ring of Kerry attract visitors in great numbers every year with Killarney the focal point of this tourist activity.

The Old course at Ballybunion dates back to 1893 and it’s widely regarded as one of the most venerable links in all of Ireland. Tom Simpson upgraded the layout in 1936, the year before the club hosted the Irish Amateur Close Championship and the All-Ireland Finals and these prestigious national competitions have been played on the course several times since.

The courses at Waterville and Tralee have undergone something of a renaissance in recent times and both born again links layouts now feature prominently in GB&I Top 100 ranking lists. And don’t forget the three 18-hole circuits at Killarney or the engaging courses at Dooks and Dingle because, quite frankly, golfers are spoilt for choice in County Kerry.

Ballybunion (Old)Description: As you drive from the historic town of Ballybunion, along the winding road to the golf club, your eyes feast upon the most spectacular links land imaginable.Written by:Top100 Ave. RatingRating:5.1311475409836
out of 6

TraleeDescription: At Tralee Golf Club, Palmer has designed a golf course that will stimulate the senses every bit as much as the enchanting and breathtaking scenery.Written by:Top100 Ave. RatingRating:5.4782608695652
out of 6

Ballybunion (Cashen)Description: Ballybunion Golf Club is unforgettable. Everyone comes here to play the Old course, but do not overlook the wild and controversial Cashen.Written by:Top100 Ave. RatingRating:4.4117647058824
out of 6

Killarney (Killeen)Description: There are three golf courses at the Killarney Golf & Fishing Club and the Killeen is considered to be the best.Written by:Top100 Ave. RatingRating:3.8571428571429
out of 6

Dingle - Ceann SibealDescription: Dingle Golf Club or Ceann Sibéal as it is sometimes called is a natural and evocative links course overlooking Dingle Bay.Written by:Top100 Ave. RatingRating:4.6666666666667
out of 6

Killarney (Mahoney's Point)Description: The last three holes on the Mahoney’s Point course at Killarney Golf & Fishing Club are part of Campbell’s original design, one of the finest finishing stretches in golf.Written by:Top100 Ave. RatingRating:3.6666666666667
out of 6

BeaufortDescription: A relative newcomer on the Kerry golfing scene is Beaufort Golf Club, near Killarney where a fine 18-hole layout was opened in 1995...Written by:Top100 Ave. RatingRating:4
out of 6

Ring of KerryDescription: The Ring of Kerry Golf & Country Club sits high above the spectacular Kenmare Bay. It's one of Ireland's most scenic courses.Written by:Top100 Ave. RatingRating:4.2307692307692
out of 6